Extra points

EX-LE-7 (Lánwěi, 阑尾) — Appendix Point

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Meridian
Extra points (EX)
Anatomical view
anterior
Point classification
Empirical point for appendicitis.
Depth reference
Perpendicular insertion 1.0-1.5 cun.
Moxibustion
Suitable for moxibustion.
Reference aliases
EXLE-7; Lanwei; 阑尾; Appendix Point

Anatomical location

On the anterior lower leg, about 2 cun directly below ST36 (Zusanli), at the tender point.

Traditional actions

Clears heat, resolves toxins and relieves the appendix.

Recorded indications

Primary: Acute and chronic appendicitis; abdominal pain; indigestion

Secondary: Weakness and atrophy of the lower limb; gastric pain

How to read this reference

AcuAtlas separates anatomical location, traditional classification, recorded actions, indications, insertion-depth references, and moxibustion notes because these fields answer different study questions. The location statement is the orientation anchor. The classification and actions describe traditional reference categories, while indications summarize how checked educational sources associate the point with established teaching material. They are not a recommendation to select or stimulate the point.

Depth and moxibustion entries are reproduced as bounded reference notes rather than procedural instructions. Individual anatomy, technique, angle, clinical setting, and local professional standards can change what is appropriate. Review the cited documents and supervised training material before using any technical field. The normalized map coordinate is included only to place the point on the matching AcuAtlas body plate; it is not a substitute for palpation or anatomical assessment.

Sources

References displayed on this page were recorded with the point dataset.

  1. WHO Standard Acupuncture Point Locations in the Western Pacific Region EX-LE7
  2. Deadman P. A Manual of Acupuncture Extra points

Frequently asked questions

Where is EX-LE-7 located?

On the anterior lower leg, about 2 cun directly below ST36 (Zusanli), at the tender point.

What reference actions and indications are recorded for EX-LE-7?

Clears heat, resolves toxins and relieves the appendix. The dataset lists these primary indications: Acute and chronic appendicitis; abdominal pain; indigestion Secondary indications are recorded as: Weakness and atrophy of the lower limb; gastric pain

Is EX-LE-7 safe during pregnancy?

This dataset does not identify EX-LE-7 as one of its five mandatory pregnancy-caution points. That is not a declaration of safety. Pregnancy-related point selection requires individualized assessment by a qualified clinician.